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Women in the forefront

This week, two significant announcements impacting women's empowerment deserve attention on a global scale. The first is a groundbreaking move from the Vatican, which has appointed Sister Simona Brambilla as the prefect.

Lost art of waiting

In our hyper-connected world, waiting is increasingly seen as a flaw in the system rather than an inevitable part of life.

Closing Gaps

India is grappling with an increasingly stark divide between its rich and poor.

Threshold Crossed

The year 2024 will be remembered as a watershed moment in the fight against climate change. For the first time, global average temperatures exceeded 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels during the year.

Celebrating Youth

The world is currently facing a multifaceted civilizational crisis, characterized by social, economic, and environmental challenges. This crisis demands a revitalized approach to addressing the complexities of modern society.

Unstoppable Warming

The latest data on global temperatures is more than just a series of alarming statistics. It’s a clarion call that humanity can no longer afford to ignore. July 2024 marked the second hottest month of July in history, a stark reminder that the Earth is undergoing a profound and rapid transformation, much of it driven by human activity.

Kyiv’s offensive

The cross-border incursion by Ukrainian forces into Russia’s Kursk region marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, one that could potentially reshape the trajectory of the war.

India and Vietnam~III

R Venkataraman, a veteran member belonging to the Congress Party, who later became the President of the republic from 1987 to 1992, participating in the parliamentary discussion on 21 February 1979, expressed the solidarity of the House with the people of Vietnam.

Cautious policy towards Dhaka warranted

On Monday, Sheikh Hasina, the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, made a sudden and swift departure from Dhaka after resigning, leaving the nation with immediate concern and uncertainty.

Monetary Restraint

In an era marked by economic turbulence and fluctuating market sentiments, the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) decision to hold its key interest rate steady at 6.50 per cent for the ninth consecutive policy meeting speaks volumes about its strategic approach to monetary policy.